phò
[fɔ˨˩]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(verb) to help, to assist (a royalty)
Register: informalConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) whore; prostitute
Register: informalConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many
Common questions
What does “phò” mean?
(verb) to help, to assist (a royalty)
Is “phò” formal or informal?
phò is generally informal; connotation: offensive or derogatory to many.